If there wasn't Zachary, she thought, she might fall for Ivan.

After a brief moment of reflection, Rebecca smiled but didn't reply. She knew well that someone as refined as Ivan probably wouldn't enjoy a cruise party.

She accepted the necklace. Resting her chin on her hand while gazing out the window, she was lost in thoughts.

At the restaurant, while Rebecca was seated waiting for Ivan, who'd gone to the restroom, a voice caught her attention.

"What do you know? My ...